The Monsters of Rock Cruise was chocked full of amazing guitarists, but the challenge was trying to capture each one of them in their element. Here are my top ten picks for the absolute guitar god moments on the cruise this year, in no particular order.

Stylistically the two BEST on the boat: Cinderella

The new Gun begs the question: Traci who?

Terrbly underrated Brian “Damage” Forsythe tears it up!

Tesla’s Dual Attack of Dave Rude and Frank Hannon

Winger’s Reb Beach Shredding

Jake E Lee with Red Dragon Cartel

Loudness’s Akira Takasaki is simply not human.

Slaughters Axe-man Jeff “Blando” Bland

The mind-blowing Richie Kotzen killing it solo.

The Dual Guitar Assault of Dangerous Toys

What were your favorite guitar god moments on the cruise? Join the conversation in the comment section below.